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Published: July 20, 2023   |  Meeting: Wednesday, August 9

Informational Meeting on the Federal Farm Bill 2023

Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee & House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee | Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. | Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center, Pennsylvania Furnace, Pa 16865 | Watch Live  [Read More]

E-news Updates – July 6, 2023
July 6, 2023

E-news Updates – July 6, 2023

In this Update: Celebrating Independence Day in the 47th Senate Confirms Atty. Maura Palumbi to Serve on Butler County Court of Common Pleas PA House Approves Senate Budget Bill – Not Without Controversy Helping Children of National Guard and Reserve Members Adjust to New Schools Senate Protects Sexually Exploited Children, Human Trafficking Victims Bill to […]  [Read More]

Vogel: Butler County Assistant Public Defender Maura Palumbi Receives Judicial Appointment
July 5, 2023

Vogel: Butler County Assistant Public Defender Maura Palumbi Receives Judicial Appointment

With Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr’s (R-47) support, Assistant Public Defender Maura Palumbi has received an appointment on Friday, June 30, to the Butler County Court of Common Pleas by Governor Josh Shapiro.  [Read More]

Vogel: 2023-24 State Budget Champions Investments in Education, PA Jobs, and Community Health and Safety
June 30, 2023

Vogel: 2023-24 State Budget Champions Investments in Education, PA Jobs, and Community Health and Safety

Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47) released the following statement in response to the Senate passage of the state budget bill, House Bill 611:  [Read More]

Vogel: Senate Acts to Protect Sexually Exploited Children, Human Trafficking Victims
June 30, 2023

Vogel: Senate Acts to Protect Sexually Exploited Children, Human Trafficking Victims

Continuing to stand up for the safety and protection of children in the commonwealth, Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr (R-47) and his fellow Senate colleagues approved legislation yesterday to ensure sexually exploited children who are human trafficking victims always have full access to appropriate services and support.  [Read More]

E-news Update – June 23, 2023
June 23, 2023

E-news Update – June 23, 2023

In this update: Highlights in the 47th Senate Approves Expanding Access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Access Expansion and Dog Law Modernization Bills Vogel’s Dog Law Modernization Bill Advanced by the Senate Celebrating Dairy Month in Harrisburg Highlights in the 47th The Keystone Boys State and Department of PA ALA Keystone Girls State groups were […]  [Read More]

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June 23, 2023

Virtual Non-Profit Grant Information Seminar

Virtual seminar hosted by Senator Elder Vogel to provide funding updates and information about available state, federal, and foundational grants to area non-profits.   [Read More]

PA Senate Passes Vogel Bill to Expand Access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners in the Commonwealth
June 22, 2023

PA Senate Passes Vogel Bill to Expand Access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners in the Commonwealth

Seeking to improve the availability of critical care to sexual assault victims, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr.’s (R-47) Senate Bill 414 by a vote of 50-0.  [Read More]

Vogel’s Dog Law Modernization Bill Advances from PA Senate Chamber
June 20, 2023

Vogel’s Dog Law Modernization Bill Advances from PA Senate Chamber

In an effort to revitalize the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement (BDLE), Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr.’s (R-47) Dog Law Modernization Bill (Senate Bill 746) advanced from the Senate with bipartisan support by a vote of 43-7.  [Read More]

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Published: June 19, 2023   |  News Conference: Thursday, June 22

Vogel Hosting Dairy Month Celebration Press Conference on June 22

Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47), majority chair of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, will be hosting a press conference in celebration of National Dairy Month and in honor of Pennsylvania’s Dairy Industry on Thursday, June 22, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Main Capitol Rotunda (Pennsylvania Capitol Building, 501 N 3rd St, Harrisburg).   [Read More]

E-news Updates – June 8, 2023
June 8, 2023

E-news Updates – June 8, 2023

In this Update: Resources Relating to the Canadian Wildfires June is National Dairy Month! PUC Urges Consumers to Check for ID Before Any Conversations with Energy Salesmen Congratulations to the Beaver Valley Regional Police Department Non-Profits Can Still Sign Up for Our Grant Education Seminar on June 14 Senate Committee Advances Vogel’s Dog Law Modernization […]  [Read More]

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Published: June 5, 2023   |  Meeting: Tuesday, June 6

Meeting to consider SB 746, HB 156 and HB 157

Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee | Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 10 a.m. | Room 461, Main Capitol  [Read More]

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